The 83rd edition of the DFB-Pokal is set to take place from August 15, 2025, to May 23, 2026. This prestigious football tournament features a total of 64 teams competing in six knockout rounds, culminating in 63 matches. An essential highlight is the opportunity for amateur clubs to face off against Bundesliga teams, all aiming for a place in the final at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin.
Match Overview: SC Freiburg vs. SV Darmstadt 98
At the moment, only 16 teams remain in the tournament, moving into the round of 16. One of these teams is SC Freiburg, a Bundesliga club guided by coach Julian Schuster. Freiburg has performed well, notably winning their initial DFB-Pokal matches with a 2-0 victory against Sportfreunde Lotte and a subsequent 3-1 win over Fortuna Düsseldorf.
In contrast, SV Darmstadt 98, coached by Florian Kohfeldt and currently playing in the 2. Bundesliga, is ready to challenge Freiburg. Darmstadt also had a successful run in the tournament, defeating Lübeck 2-1 and Schalke 4-0 in the earlier rounds.
Match Details
- Fixture: SC Freiburg vs. SV Darmstadt 98
- Competition: DFB-Pokal 2025/26, Round of 16
- Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 18:00 CET
- Venue: Europa-Park-Stadion, Freiburg
- Stadium Capacity: Approximately 34,700 spectators
Broadcast Information
The match will be broadcast live on Sky, which holds the rights to all 63 DFB-Pokal matches. The ARD and ZDF will air 15 selected games, including both semifinals and the final. Fans intending to watch Freiburg against Darmstadt will need a Sky subscription, starting from 25 Euros per month, or access through the WOW streaming service.
Team History and Matchup
Historically, SC Freiburg and SV Darmstadt 98 have faced each other 33 times. Freiburg has secured victory in 13 matches, while Darmstadt has won 11, with nine matches ending in draws. Given their Bundesliga status, Freiburg enters this matchup as the favorite.
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